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Sep 16, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Lower Swatara Township Board of Commissioners Legislative Meeting
The board addressed public concerns regarding potential data center developments, trash collection issues, and security camera requests. Routine operational approvals included the payment of bills, treasurer reports, and monthly statistics from the police and fire departments. Key agenda items included the approval of a shared parking restrictive covenant agreement for a proposed hotel project, the final application for payment for the Salt Shed addition project, appointment of a new member to the Zoning Hearing Board, and the dissolution of the Middletown Area Recreation Alliance. The board also passed letters of support for gaming grant applications for the local fire department and Lions Club, and authorized the purchase of sewage pumps for the firehouse. Additionally, the board discussed future paving projects, refuse contract considerations, and potential resolutions for field accessibility issues at Shireman Park.
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Lower Swatara Township Board of Commissioners Public Hearing And Workshop Meeting
The board conducted a public hearing and a workshop meeting. Key actions included rejecting a request for municipal sponsorship for the American Legion's gaming grant application due to indemnification risks, while approving the township's own request for county sponsorship for a local share municipal grant. The board authorized the Middletown & Hummelstown Railroad to use township property for upcoming events and approved a time extension for a parking lot project. Additionally, the board approved the hiring of a new public works laborer and received updates on various ongoing construction, infrastructure, and engineering projects, including road work, culvert replacements, and planning/zoning activities. Discussions also covered potential cost-saving measures for advertising, traffic management strategies related to upcoming development, and future staff safety training.
Aug 19, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Lower Swatara Township Board of Commissioners Legislative Meeting
The Board of Commissioners received updates on public safety statistics for July, including police and fire department activities. The meeting covered several infrastructure and project reports, such as the Fiddler's Elbow Box Culvert Replacement, the 2024 CIP Stormwater Improvement Project, and salt shed improvements. The Board approved the final minor subdivision plan for 1801 Oberlin Road, a monthly transfer from the General Fund to the Capital Reserve Fund, and multiple change orders and payment applications for ongoing township projects. Additionally, the Board authorized a proposal for the Stoner Drive Culvert Replacement Project and established the dates for the upcoming Halloween trick-or-treat event.
Aug 5, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Lower Swatara Township Board of Commissioners Non-Legislative Meeting
The meeting included discussions on municipal sponsorship for the 'Off the Streets' grant application and a presentation from the Susquehanna Area Regional Airport Authority regarding passenger growth and capital infrastructure plans. The Board approved a proposal from Pennoni Engineering for the Georgetown Park Project and passed a resolution establishing tax credit criteria for fire department volunteers. Additionally, the Board authorized a zoning ordinance amendment application, approved a time extension for a residential development project, and sanctioned payment for the Salt Shed Addition Project. The Board also directed the Planning Commission to develop an ordinance regarding data centers and received updates on department reports, including public works, engineering projects, and daycare service issues at MARA.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
